Season-ticket holder Dave Bolton, of Muswell Hill, said: "The Chelsea players were going mental and it is no wonder that Spurs fans got so upset."

Tottenham stewards also complained that the Blues stars went over the top, but the FA is unlikely to take action against Chelsea. Spurs have banned Smith for life and Chelsea are likely to dish out a similar measure to a Blues fan who also got on to the pitch. Both were arrested.

The FA described the incident as "totally unacceptable". A spokesman added: "We understand both individuals were arrested and expect them to be given banning orders."